Uploaded August 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Humans aren't the only Earth-dwelling animals to face the final frontier. Our journey to the stars has been aided by a number of different animals both yesteryear and today!

Hosted by: Savannah Geary
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Sources:
Why We Send Animals To Space
youtube.com/watch?v=y-eisyuBseA

Could You Get Pregnant In Space?
youtube.com/watch?v=8Uvgh4gYzlw

The Surprising Benefits of Space Flies
youtube.com/watch?v=duA2SRNtPFo